Maple was obviously a big part of my life growing up on a small farm. I have vivid memories of sweet sugary steam escaping from the wooden cupola doors, that my dad would open and lay on the roof of the sugar house. You could smell that sweet sticky goodness throughout the entire neighborhood.

If you love grilling as much as we do, I’m positive you’ll be savoring every bite of my Maple Whiskey Grilled Chicken. (feel free to try this marinate with a NY strip steak too!)

I’ve been back in the farm kitchen and developing more recipes for your pure enjoyment. From this all-American home cook to your kitchen, I’m really hoping you enjoy this one! Get the grill ready and get this delicious chicken onto your backyard party menu. It’s as simple as putting the ingredients into a large Ziploc bag, push around with your fingers and throw the chicken in to marinate. Then either grill outside or in a cast iron grill pan (which is a favorite of mine!)

Don’t forget to check out my Strawberry Rhubarb Lemonade for your festivities! Add a splash of vodka or white rum for a little boost for your holiday party. This time of year, you can find rhubarb frozen. Or, if you’re like us, you froze some from your garden and it’s in your own freezer! Let me know what you’re cooking and baking this week.Do you love my recipes? If you have a moment, please leave a star rating. Did you make one of my recipes? Please share on social media and hashtag #afarmgirlskitchen

Maple Whiskey Grilled Chicken

Get your grill ready this summer for this wonderfully flavorful chicken!

Course
Lunch, Main

Cuisine
American

Keyword
maple grilled chicken, maple whiskey grilled chicken

Prep Time10minutes

Cook Time10minutes

Total Time20minutes

Servings4

AuthorJessica Robinson

Ingredients

1cupwhiskey

1/2cuppure maple syrup

1/4cupextra virgin olive oil

4-5tablespoonsstone ground mustard

1tablespoononion powder

1teaspoongarlic salt

1teaspoonground black pepper

1/2teaspoonpaprika

3-4poundsbonelessskinless chicken breasts

2cupsbaby bella mushroomssliced, sauteed

Instructions

In a large Ziploc bag combine the ingredients for the marinate.

Use a wooden rolling pin or meat tenderizer to flatten the chicken, only slightly to even the thickness out. Place the chicken breasts into the marinate and place in the refrigerator for 4 to 24 hours. The longer it marinates, the more flavor it will have.

Grill on medium to high about 4 minutes each side, or until cooked all the way through. Let rest for 4-5 minutes before slicing to enjoy. Serve with sauteed mushrooms and your favorite vegetables. This chicken also makes a great sandwich.

Comments

Maple and whiskey go so beautifully together – this dish looks awesome! I have fond memories of school field trips where we went to see how maple syrup is made. You’re lucky to have been able to experience that right at home!

Your childhood memories are priceless. I can not share similar memories but I am curious what maple tastes like. Especially since you combined all these ingredients to such a wonderful looking dish. You made me curious.

Maple and whiskey is one of my favorite sauce combinations! I admittedly don’t really care for chicken, and especially not for white meat chicken, but this could definitely help tempt me to add a little more of it into my life!

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Jessica Robinson is the editor, recipe developer and photographer of A Farmgirl’s Kitchen, a blog which features local food and farming, household tips, old-fashioned recipes, ideas for backyard entertaining, and life behind the scenes at the farm. Jessica was raised on a small farm in Connecticut, Read More…